Americans often lead stressful lives. The stresses come from work, school, family and social pressures. The long term effects of stress contribute to different illnesses. Consequently, healthcare professionals recommend that we reduce our stress levels as much as possible. From your own experiences, what seem to be the most effective ways of dealing with and reducing stress? Please respond with a long, good and reasonable answer. Thx

This question should actually be answered from a personal perspective.

However from my own life experiences I have found different ways to reduce stress in my life and deal with the stresses I do have.

For example I always make time to do things that bring me pleasure, things that are for my own peace of mind. I play video games, paint, draw, listen to music, play with my cats, spend quality time with my husband, spend time with friends. I also drink coffee. It is my only real vice and I enjoy it. I don't over consume it though, I enjoy it in moderation.

I have made sure that now I have a good support network as this is hugely important to my health and well being. Distance yourself from anyone that causes you stress and don't feel guilty about it.

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Explanation:

My best ways of reducing stress is to exercise and make time for new hobbies !